GRE Word List
AVOCATION
a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
The meaning of the word avocation is a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby.
Random words
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murky | characterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke |
ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
sluggard | a habitually lazy person |
fester | to generate pus |
sledge | sledgehammer |
regiment | a military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions |
rational | having reason or understanding |
scanty | limited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent |
glacial | suggestive of ice: such as |
duress | forcible restraint or restriction |